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Estee Lauder Companies to shut down Prescriptives

Fri, 18 Sep 2009 04:56:01 EST

Estee Lauder have announced today that it would close its Prescriptives brand by January 31, 2010. The brand plans to continue to sell online for United States shipping at www.prescriptives.com to help service consumers for replenishment of key products, while inventory lasts. Prescriptives products are currently sold in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Ireland and Australia.

Amber Rose is announced as new face of Boadicea the Victorious

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 07:18:01 EST

Amber Rose has been announced as the new face of Boadicea The Victorious for this season. The model, who is currently dating Kanye West, is in London on Friday as part of London Fashion Week and is expected to make an appearance at the Boadicea The Victorious stand in Selfridges.

Clive Christian celebrates with Fortnum and Mason and hints at new perfume

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 06:40:01 EST

Last week an exclusive group of VIP clients were invited to the St James Restaurant at Fortnum & Mason to attend a special event celebrating the 10th anniversary of Clive Christian No.1 Perfume. Clive Christian also hinted that a new perfume may be joining the collection.

Interparfums create Bebe fragrance with Francis Kurkdjian

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 06:39:01 EST

The Californian based fashion retailers Bebe, in partnership with Inter Parfums Inc, launched a new fragrance last month. It was created by Takasago perfumer Francis Kurkdjian, and contains top notes of mango, tuberose and sweet pea. The middle notes will be a blend of black jasmine and rose.

Betty Barclay gives Amazing Love

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 06:38:01 EST

Betty Barclay has launched a new fragrance called Amazing Love. The new fragrance developed by Maurer and Wirtz contains notes of verbena, orange, apple, Moroccan rose, violet, orange blossom, woody notes, patchouli and vanilla.

Liz Smith to leave Avon

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 06:37:01 EST

Avon have announced today that President Elizabeth Smith has made the decision to leave the company effective October 30, 2009, to pursue her long-time leadership aspiration to be a chief executive officer. Avon said Ms. Smith made this decision following a highly successful five-year career with the company, during which she played an instrumental role in repositioning the business for long-term sustainable growth.

Si Lolita - new from Lolita Lempicka

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 06:36:01 EST

Lolita Lempicka have launced a new feminine fragrance, which is said to be inspired by the power of dreams. The fragrance, named, Si Lolita, was created by Christine Nagel and Benoist Lapouza of Fragrance Resources.

Tabac Silver Man - billed as the Return of Man

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 06:20:01 EST

Maurer & Wirtz have introduced Tabac Man Silver with the slogan ‘The Return of Men’. The fragrance has top notes of ginger, pepper, cardamom and grapefruit, and middle notes of galbanum, cedarwood, ambroxan and elemi. The base is a blend of patchouli, vetiver, sandalwood and musk.

Viktor and Rolf's Eau Mega set to launch this October

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 06:19:01 EST

Following the success of their debut perfume Flowerbomb, Viktor & Rolf will launch a new fragrance this October, Eau Mega created by Oliver Polge and Carlos Benaim of IFF.

Canada's Cosmetics Magazine relaunches website

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 06:15:01 EST

Cosmetics Magazine’s relaunched their website on the 1st September. The new website covers the latest trends in the Canadian beauty industry, as well as information on their three beauty award programs: The COSA Awards, the Canadian Fragrance Awards and the ‘I Recommend...’ Beauty Awards.

Ulrich Lang announces third fragrance, Nightscape

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 09:38:01 EST

Ulrich Lang New York have announced their third fragrance: Nightscape. The fragrance was unveiled at the recent Pitti Fragranze Fair in Italy and is due to launch next month.

Francois Robert added to Les Senteurs anniversary celebrations

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 08:37:01 EST

Francois Robert has been added to the line-up of the Les Senteurs anniversary celebrations. Robert, who is perfumer for Parfums de Rosine, wlll be joining founder Marie‐Helene Rogeon for a talk at Les Senteurs on 22 October.

Helena Rubenstein launch first fragrance in over twenty years

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 06:34:01 EST

Wanted, created by perfumers Dominique Ropion and Carlos Benaim, is the first fragrance from Helena Rubenstein in over 20 years. It is being described as a woody floral ‘full of sensual, carnal tension.’

Beyonce signs fragrance deal with Coty Inc

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 06:18:01 EST

Coty have today announced the signing of international recording artist and actress Beyonce. The two parties will work together to create a Beyonce fragrance, which is due to launch in early 2010.

John Varvatos offer free downloads with their new limited edition fragrance: Rock Volume 1.

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 06:11:01 EST

John Varvatos are offering free downloads and the chance to win a 5000 dollar John Varvatos fashion shopping spree to customers that purchase the limited edition fragrance John Varvatos Rock Volume One.

Ayala Moriel offers limited editon Purple Dress fragrance

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 06:11:01 EST

The latest offering by Vancouver-based perfume house, Ayala Moriel, is The Purple Dress. A limited edtion champaca fragrance, which is inspired by the song by Alexander Argov.

Harrods and Moschino to give away Milan trip

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 06:10:01 EST

As part of Harrods' Return to Glamour promotion on the 23rd September, customers are being given the chance to win trips to Milan to see the Moschino Autumn/Winter show.

Comme des Garcons launch signature scent for Dover Street Market store

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 05:06:01 EST

Commes des Garcons have launched a signature fragrance for its Dover Street Market store in London. The fragrance is designed to be worn for men and women and is available from the store from today.

Les Senteurs celebrate 25 years with Meet the Perfumers events

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 10:27:01 EST

To mark the 25th anniversary of the UK’s oldest independent perfumery, Les Senteurs has arranged a month long celebration of the finest luxury fragrances on the planet.From October 1st throughout the beginning of November, the store will host a series of ten evenings, each featuring a talk from one of the most exciting and talented perfumers, including the legendary Mr Frederic Malle and the award winning Mr Lorenzo Villoresi.

Demeter launch Pink Grapefruit cologne

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 10:06:01 EST

Demeter have announced a new addition to their collection. Their Pink Grapefruit Cologne Spray is said to be a citrus and fruity blend, without being sharp the way that grapefruit can be.